a bushfire scientist explains what the Hawaii tragedy means for our flammable continent
- Written by: David Bowman, Professor of Pyrogeography and Fire Science, University of Tasmania
As I hear reports of the fire tearing through the Hawaiian island of Maui, I feel utterly depressed. As a fire scientist, I know the unfolding horror – which has killed 36 people so far – is just the beginning. It’s a portent of what Australia and other countries will experience in a warmer world.
For Australians, the reports...
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